From the sweet little farm at the foot of Penn’s Hill to the gentleman’s country estate at Peace field, Adams National Historical Park is the story of “heroes, statesmen, philosophers…and learned women” whose ideas and actions helped to transform thirteen disparate colonies into one united nation.
Yes — your pass gets you in.
Your pass covers the $15 park entrance fee.
- Fee type Entrance fee — The standard per-vehicle park entrance fee. Entrance - Per Person: $15
- HoursThe Visitor Center is open 11:00 am to 4:00 pm Mondays through Fridays. The Visitor Center is closed Saturdays and Sundays. The Visitor Center is closed on wintertime federal holidays, except for Presidents Day.
- Source National Park Service ↗
- Last verifiedJuly 6, 2026 · Confirmed
- Official pagewww.nps.gov ↗
- Contact 617-770-1175 · ADAM_Visitor_Center@nps.gov
Traveling on U.S. Interstate 93, take exit 7 - Route 3 South to Braintree and Cape Cod. Take the first exit off Route 3 south - exit 42. Follow signs toward Quincy Center. Continue straight on Burgin Parkway through seven traffic lights. At the eighth traffic light, turn right onto Dimmock Street. A
Common questions
Quick Yes / No / Depends answers for Adams National Historical Park — always confirm with the managing site before you go.
Yes Does the America the Beautiful pass work at Adams National Historical Park?
Yes — your pass covers the entrance fee here.
Yes Are there hiking trails?
Yes — hiking is one of the listed activities at Adams National Historical Park.
Depends Can you bring a dog?
Usually only leashed and in developed areas, campgrounds, and paved paths — not on most trails or in buildings. Pet rules vary by park, so check first.
No Are drones allowed?
No — launching, landing, or operating drones is prohibited on National Park Service land.
Depends What are the hours?
The Visitor Center is open 11:00 am to 4:00 pm Mondays through Fridays. The Visitor Center is closed Saturdays and Sundays. The Visitor Center is closed on wintertime federal holidays, except for Presidents Day.
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ConfirmedFree entry — there is no entrance fee here, so you won’t need your pass to get in.
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CheckArmy Corps site — the pass gives 50% off day-use fees only and never covers camping. Confirm at the gate.
